General Accountant - PE-Backed Lift Engineering Services

Overview

Financial Control. Operational Accuracy. Private Equity Environment.

Are you a detail-driven General Accountant ready to play a key role in a high-performing, Private Equity-backed engineering services business?

Liftec Express a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK is entering an exciting phase of performance acceleration and value creation.

We are now seeking a skilled and proactive General Accountant to support the Finance Director and wider finance team in delivering financial accuracy, robust controls, and operational excellence.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role within a fast-paced SME environment where your contribution will directly support business performance and financial integrity.

The Role at a Glance:

General Accountant
Dartford, Hybrid
Competitive Salary
Plus Extensive Benefits Package
Core hours 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch.

Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment

Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites
Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused

Your Background: Experienced General Accountant / Management Accountant with strong technical accounting capability. Previous experience in a service or construction-related business is a plus

Skills: Strong general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close support. Part-qualified or qualified by experience (AAT / ACCA / CIMA)

Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and with greater agility as a standalone company is gearing for rapid growth.

The business delivers maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments including prestigious and high-profile sites.

As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec is focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, and sustainable growth. The business combines technical engineering capability with strong service delivery and long-standing client relationships.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the finance team during a significant value-creation phase.

Ready for your next adventure?

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the General Accountant will support core accounting activities including general ledger management, reconciliations, journal postings, and assisting with the month-end and year-end close process.

You will prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepayments and adjustments, perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items, and maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.

You will assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial reports, process intercompany transactions and reconciliations, reconcile bank accounts and support treasury processes, and work closely with the AP/AR teams to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of queries.

The role also includes supporting audit processes and liaising with external auditors as required, assisting with VAT returns, tax compliance and regulatory filings, contributing to the improvement and documentation of accounting processes and controls, and providing ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by the Finance Director.

The role holder shall carry out his/her duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

About You:

• You are a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a structured, performance-driven environment.
• Part-qualified or qualified by experience (AAT / ACCA / CIMA), with a Bachelor s degree in Finance or Accounting, you bring 5+ years of relevant accounting experience. A recognised certification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent is preferred.
• You have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting processes. Experience with in a PE-backed, turnaround or carve-out environment would be advantageous, as would previous experience in a service or construction-related business.
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential.

Benefits:

• Access to Discounts Platform
• Pension (Day
  1) - Aviva
• Holiday 25 days per year plus bank holidays holiday year - January to December
• Wellness (Day
  1) - Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day
  1) 3 x Salary - Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme - Discretionary
• Family Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Incentive Scheme (depending on…